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Postmenopausal endometriosis

R Punnonen, P J Klemi, V Nikkanen

    European Journal of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductive Biology
    |December 1, 1980
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    Postmenopausal endometriosis, including ovarian endometriosis and adenomyosis, occurred in 2.2% of patients. Obesity and extraglandular estrogen formation may contribute to increased estrogen activity in these conditions.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gynecology
    • Reproductive Endocrinology
    • Oncology

    Background:

    • Postmenopausal endometriosis is uncommon.
    • Estrogen activity may play a role in its pathogenesis.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the frequency and characteristics of postmenopausal endometriosis.
    • To explore potential contributing factors such as estrogen activity and obesity.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective analysis of patients diagnosed with postmenopausal endometriosis.
    • Assessment of menopausal age, time since menopause, and associated findings.
    • Evaluation of estrogen activity markers and patient obesity status.

    Main Results:

    • The overall frequency of postmenopausal endometriosis was 2.2%.

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  • Ovarian endometriosis was associated with carcinoma.
  • Adenomyosis showed higher frequencies of increased estrogen activity compared to ovarian endometriosis.
  • Obesity was prevalent (70%), suggesting extraglandular estrogen formation as a potential source of increased estrogen activity.

    • Conclusions:

    • Postmenopausal endometriosis is a rare condition.
    • Obesity and extraglandular estrogen production are potential contributors to increased estrogen activity in postmenopausal endometriosis.
    • Further research is warranted to elucidate the role of estrogen in the development of postmenopausal endometriosis.